Simulation of a real-time fault detection and analysis system for a CIM token ring network

Real-time fault detection and correction for CIM (computer-integrated manufacturing) operations in a distributed system architecture are introduced. Initially, an architecture is formulated that addresses problems related to the ability to handle real-time data and uncertain information. The techniques developed establishes a secondary channel for reallocation of critical resources and provides for prioritization of channel assignment. An intelligent interface is designed to handle situations involving uncertain information that is initiated by sensors located in the CIM facility. Simulation results show that this approach satisfies 99.1% of all data transfer needs, and all of the highest priority data transfers were satisfactorily made